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GL02 VNP

2002 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Maroon Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourMaroon
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 125,877 miles on the clock, averaging 14,223 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for GL02 VNP

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,877
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
14,223

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading125,877 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,776
Average per year14,223
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GL02 VNP 65k80k95k111k126k '06'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,877 miles
Since last MOT+7,776 miles
PASS
Mileage118,101 miles
Since last MOT+8,898 miles
PASS
Mileage109,203 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,203 miles
Since last MOT+20,271 miles
PASS
Mileage88,932 miles
Since last MOT+24,430 miles
PASS
Mileage64,502 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 VNP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GL02 VNP

What car is GL02 VNP?

GL02 VNP is a maroon Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GL02 VNP?

The last recorded mileage for GL02 VNP was 125,877 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL02 VNP passed its MOT?

GL02 VNP has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Jan 2011.

Is GL02 VNP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL02 VNP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GL02 VNP?

GL02 VNP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.